Saints in Light Apostolic Church: Recent Episodes
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Welcome to the weekly podcast of Saints in Light Apostolic Church led by Elder Mark Downie. To learn more visit our website at https://www.silapostolic.org.
God’s promises aren’t slow or stalled. It’s doubt and fear that make us question them and look back. But His promises always move forward. They lead us out of bondage, into relationship, into purpose, and into inheritance. They are meant to carry us toward fulfillment, not leave us standing still.
Scripture: 2 Peter 3v3-9, Exodus 6v6-8
Faith is the human response that takes hold of God’s promised reality (hypóstasis) before it becomes visible.
Scripture: Hebrews 11v1-18
In today’s message, we reflect on the call of a holy God to a people set apart as His own. Scripture reminds us that holiness flows from who we are in God, chosen, redeemed, and called to reflect His glory.
Scriptures: 1 Peter 2v7-10, Lev 11v44-45, Exodus 19v5-8
In today’s message, we reflect on the call of a holy God to a people set apart as His own. Scripture reminds us that holiness flows from who we are in God, chosen, redeemed, and called to reflect His glory
Scriptures: 1 Peter 2v7-10, Leviticus 11v44-45, Exodus 19v5-8
Humanity once lived in shalom, a whole peace with God, creation, and one another, until the serpent’s lie in Genesis 3 led us to doubt God’s goodness and define good and evil on our own, breaking that peace and leaving us with fear and shame. Ephesians 2 shows Christ entering that brokenness as our peace, restoring what was lost and reconciling us to God through the cross.
Scriptures: Genesis 3v6-11, Ephesians 2v12-14
The resurrection of Jesus Christ is the foundation of our belief. Paul makes it clear that without the resurrection, our faith collapses into something vain and ineffective. With it, everything changes!
Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15v1-22, Isaiah 53v3-10
In today’s message from John 11, we explore a moment that reveals Jesus not just as the giver of resurrection but as the resurrection Himself. He lets the finality of death settle in so God’s glory can be unmistakable. We then see Him enter fully into human grief, He weeps, stands with the mourners, and walks toward the tomb showing a God who is present in suffering.
Scriptures: John 11v1-44
Experience how God revealed His glory to Moses through His presence, His name, mercy, and goodness. Learn how this encounter changed Moses and what it means for us today.
Scripture: Exodus 33
Today, we dive into Moses’ encounter with the burning bush, where God reveals Himself as the ‘I Am That I Am’, the self-existent one. Reminding us that some are ineffable and indescribable, simply beyond our scope.
Scripture: Exodus 2v23-25, Exodus 3v1-14
Isaiah’s encounter with God revealed the overwhelming reality of divine holiness which is simply beyond words. This moment called Isaiah, and all listeners, to humility and a deeper response to God’s presence.
Scripture: Isaiah 6
Psalm 139 shows that God knows our lives in detail, and other scriptures reinforce that being known by Him is central to who we are. From calling Adam to the promise in Isaiah that He never forgets His people, the theme is simple and direct. God seeks us, remembers us, and is never distant.
Scripture: Psalms 139v1-17
I am praying that fear and anxiety get displace by our trust and faith in God.
Scripture: Psalms 56v1-13
In this message we explore the idea of "framing", comparing God's framing of the world with Jesus' framing our faith as its author and finisher, ensuring it reaches maturity and fulfillment.
Scripture: Hebrews 11, Hebrews 12, Psalm 138v8
Samuel, a child ministering to the Lord under Eli, hears God's call but initially mistakes it for Eli's voice. Eli eventually realizes God is calling Samuel and instructs him to respond, "Speak, Lord; for thy servant heareth." This marks Samuel's transition from hearing to understanding God's voice.
Scripture: Romans 12v1-2, 1 Samual 3
Saul, later known as Paul, a zealous Pharisee, was on a mission to crush the early church. But on the road to Damascus, he underwent a dramatic transformation, from a fierce persecutor of the Church to one of the faith’s most devoted Apostles. His encounter with Christ on the road to Damascus set him on a mission to spread the gospel, despite enduring many trials.
Romans 12 captures the heart of Paul’s message: believers are called to offer themselves as living sacrifices and renew their minds, resisting worldly patterns.
Scripture: Romans 12v1-2, Acts 9v1-30
A child is born in a humble place, yet heaven and earth rejoice. He is the Light that darkness cannot overcome. The Word became flesh and dwelt among us, echoing God’s presence in Exodus. Light simply shines, and darkness retreats. We are called to move forward with God dwelling in our midst.
Scripture: John 1v14, Isaiah 9v2, Exodus 25v8
An exploration of Peter’s renewed mind through Romans 12:1-2 and Luke 15:10-32 that frames transformation as deep spiritual reformation rather than a surface change. The episode traces Jesus’ encounters with Peter, showing how Jesus anticipates human weakness, prays for Peter’s faith, and nevertheless commissions him for service despite his failures.
Scripture: Romans 12v1-2, Luke 15v10-32
This message underscores the danger of external pressures and cultural norms shaping believers more than the Word of God, emphasizing the necessity of intentional transformation. The story of the prodigal son illustrates the unfortunate depths of spiritual malnutrition and the path that can lead to renewal.
Scripture: Romans 12v1-2, Luke 15v10-32
Be transformed by renewing our minds! This transformation is a deep, inner change, not just a cosmetic adjustment. We encourage you to adopt new thought patterns and mindsets to align with God's will and live authentically as Children of God.
Scripture: Romans 12v1-2, 2 Corinthians 10v3-5
Forward to Freedom explores themes of faith and perseverance emphasizing the importance of shedding burdens and avoiding distractions to fulfill one's purpose. The only way is to let go of Egypt. The challenges of change, the discomfort of new blessings, and the necessity of looking forward with faith, even when the path is uncertain.
Scripture: Hebrews 12v1–2, Romans 12v1-2, Exodus 14v5-12
We must lay aside every weight, including sin, fear, distraction, and ego, to run our own race with intensity and endurance. This involves shedding unnecessary burdens, avoiding distractions, and focusing on pleasing the One who called us.
Scripture: Hebrews 12v1–2
God’s grace calls us out of death and into life, but pressing forward means resisting the pull of a dead past. In this sermon, we explore how to guard our hearts, move forward, and trust the path God has set before us.
Scripture: Ephesians 2v1-4, Proverbs 4v23–27, Exodus 16v3
Are we clinging to dead hopes, outdated beliefs, or lifeless routines when life is calling us forward?
Scripture: Mark 5v1-20; Philippians 3
Tormented and surrounded by dead things in your past. Jesus is your deliverance.
Scripture: Mark 5v1-20
The Church is a community for the common good, by His Spirit!
Scripture: Matthew 12v28, John 16v13-16, Acts 1, John 4v13-14
Scripture: Joel 2v28-29, Matthew 12v28, John 14, John 15v26, John 16v13-16, Luke 11v 10-13, John 4v13-14
Scripture: Mark 1, Romans 5v5, John 14v15-21, 1 Corinthians 12v3, Galatians 4v4-7, Romans 8v14-17, Luke 15
The Lord wants to pour out His Spirit into us, we just have to believe.
Scripture: 2 Corinthians 3v17-18, Acts 1v1-5, Acts 2v1-4, Isaiah 44v3, Joel 2v28, Titus 3v5
We present teaching on the Holy Spirit as the reality for the believer today.
Scripture: Genesis 1v1-2, Isaiah 11v1-3, Isaiah 42v1, Joel 2v28-29, Ezekiel 36v25-27, Luke 1v35, Matthew 1v18, Matthew 3v11-17, John 1v32-33, Luke 4v18, John 7v38
You are looking for Jesus who was crucified but that is the wrong identity. He is the resurrected King!
Scripture: Mark 16v1-18, Malachi 4v2
He is being hailed as King. Riding on a donkey into a city to His death.
Scripture: Matthew 21v1-15, Mark 11v1-10, Zecheriah 9v9
Joseph is thrust into suffering but eventually sees how God caused him to be fruitful. Wait on the Lord.
Scripture: Genesis 41v50-54, Genesis 50v20
Our culture teaches us that suffering is to be avoided at all costs. Looking into our scripture helps us understand that suffering can also help us be who God intends us to be.
Scripture: 1 Peter 1v6-9, 1 Peter 3v13-18, 1 Peter 4v12-14, Isaiah 43:2-3
The only thing that can ease the tension is hope is by living a life of faith.
Scripture: Hebrews 6v13-19, 1 Corinthians 15v12-19
Faith is a commitment to the unseen, a trust in the one who fulfills promises, regardless of the evidence at hand.
Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5v7
In the letters (epistles) we get a full picture of the Christ. We see the crucified, resurrected and exalted Christ.
Scripture: Colossians 1:15-20
We imagine the Savior with us in Church or as we pray but God is with us wherever we go. He walks with us!
Scripture: John 2v1-12, John 1v14, Isaiah 9v6-7
For those of us who are in between our past and our promise.
Scripture: Genesis 28v10-22
Faith in the promise keeper should produce an action in the hearer.
Scripture: Matthew 7
There is something in our thoughts that remain incompatible with the way. Seek the Lord.
Scripture: Isaiah 55
Feeling like a stranger in your own promise. Trust the promise keeper.
Scripture: Hebrews 11:8-16
We are blind to our own needs until the savior reveals what we are missing.
Scripture: John 4v1-43
Everything hinges on love. He ties our discipleship to love. He ties our identity to love. He ties salvation to love.
Scripture: James 2v8, Galatians 5v14, Romans 13v8-9, 1 Peter 4v8
Love God. Love the Church. Love the people.
Scripture: John 8v3-11, Hebrews 10v1, Amos 5v24, St. John 1
For I reckon that the sufferings of this present time are not worthy to be compared with the glory which shall be revealed in us.
Scripture: Romans 8v14-30
Why do we say good Friday is good!
How did the cross become a symbol for believers on the Christ?
What does His death mean?
Resurrection Sunday provides the answers.
Scripture: Mark 16
You are not saved by your own planning; you are saved by grace through faith and hope.
Scripture: Romans 5:2
Paul has convinced us all that the only way of salvation is to be justified by grace through faith.
Scripture: Romans 4v21-25, Romans 5v1-10
"For as he thinketh in his heart, so is he" - The battle begins in the mind.
Scripture: Isaiah 55:6-9, Mark 15v22, Psalm 139v8
The Holy Spirit can help you bring every thought into captivity to the obedience of Jesus Christ
Scripture: 2 Corinthians 10v5, Romans 12v3, John 7v38-39, Acts 2v36-41
We are God's husbandry (field or farm), and He decides how to create a fruitful and abundant land.
Scripture: 2 Corinthians 10v5, 1 Corinthians 3v3-11
If we profess to have confidence in His promise, we must commit to His process.
Scriptures: Psalm 34:18, Psalms 147:3, Psalms 51:8
We were in darkness, but thanks be to God … the Light has come!
Scripture: John 1v4-5, Luke 2v1-20
Sometimes the solution to the problem is right there with us, we are asking the Lord to open our eyes.
Scripture: 2 Kings 6v8-20, 1 Corinthians 10v13
There is a God shaped hole in my heart and only He can fix it.
Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3v11, Isaiah 40v6-8
Born again is the beginning of the journey and it is so much better…
Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:8-16
Kingdom relationships are not transactional, they are birthed from the love and grace of God.
Scripture: Exodus 16v1-6
To be in His Kingdom means to follow where he leads. We are not going anywhere without His presence.
Numbers 9:16-23, Exodus 13:21
Community building can be a struggle, but for those born into the Kingdom … we are birthed, inspired and led by the Holy Spirit. We are one!
Scripture: I Corinthians 12
Jacob has been wrestling and fighting all his life, but the Lord blessed him there.
Scripture: Genesis 32, 33
The price that was paid for you was perfect, incorruptible and eternal. You are born again by the Word!
Scripture: 1 Peter 1, 2 Corinthians 5v17
Part of the process of being born again, is that you become adopted into the family. It is time to start acting like it.
Scripture: Romans 8:14-18, Ephesians 1:3-6
Part of the problem today is that people do not realize they are living in a dark world. When you are adopted into the kingdom you are called into the light.
Scripture: Romans 8:14-18
Most of us have religion all wrong. If it is sincere it begins with the renewing of our mind.
Scripture: John 3v10; Leviticus 4v12; John 14
Going deeper in Christ first requires a reset … a rebirth.
Scripture: John 3v2-3; Isaiah 55v9
Christ died for us while we were His enemies, having reconciled us we will be saved through Him.
Scripture: Romans 5
Jesus is the character/attribute of Grace in Flesh!
Scripture: Ephesians 2v7-9, Romans 5v18-21
The shepherd is there to push you in the right direction even though it does not feel like it.
Scripture: Galatians 3v3, Psalms 23, Ephesians 2, 1 Samuel 17:45
Scriptures: 2 Timothy 3v16-17, John 5v39, Mark 16v15-17, Matthew 28v18-20, Acts 1v1-2, Acts 2, Luke 24v45-47, John 14v26, John 16v13-14, John 5v43, Acts 10v45-48, Acts 19v1-5, Acts 22v14-16
Following Easter Sunday Elder Mark speaks on the importance of the baptism to the believer and how it is connected to Christ's death and resurrection.
Scripture: Romans 6v3-7, Matthew 3v1-6, Matthew 28v18-20, Acts 2v37-38
The resurrection represents the unexpected and the impossible. Death is not forever; death is not the end.
Scripture: Luke 24; John 20
It stops looking like purpose when you stop trusting in Him.
Scripture: Hebrews 12v2, Luke 19v29-40, Matthew 21v9 (Zechariah 9v9)
The Lord picked your time and place and knew you before you were born. You are moving in His purpose.
Scripture: Genesis 12v1-4; Acts 17; Jeremiah 1v1-5
If you do not have purpose, you do not have responsibility. Find your purpose.
Scripture: Acts 17, Jeremiah 1:5
People who worship resources become frustrated with those that are dedicated exclusively to the Source.
Scripture: Daniel 3, Romans 12
Sometimes the blessing is wrapped in responsibility, when we reject the responsibility, we cannot hold on to the blessing.
Scripture: Genesis 39:2-3, Deuteronomy 28:2, 1 King 17:1-15
This sermon describes what can happen when you worship the resource rather than the source of all things.
Scripture: 1 King 17:1-15
We are waiting … 400 years between the close of the Old Testament and the beginning of the New Testament. The wait is over!
Scripture: Luke 2:21, Luke 4:18
The season of advent is about the arrival of someone important. A birth might represent new possibilities, but the birth of a savior represents a new era of salvation.
Scripture: Isaiah 9:6
Going through your storm can lead to victory for those coming after you. Enduring with patience and gleaning may be the only thing you can do until you deliverance arrives.
Scripture: Leviticus 19v9-10; Ruth 2
Hear his voice. Recognize his voice. Recognize his authority. Open the door.
Scripture: John 10:24-31; Revelation 3:19-22
While the world looks to celebrity for leadership, the Church finds true leadership in those that practice service and ministry.
Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:2-5, Matthew 20:25-28
We end up with the wrong shepherds because we select them in the wrong way [Saul]
Some people are not spiritually, emotionally to have God's leadership in their life, so they select leaders that create a comfortable environment.
Scripture: 1 Peter 5:2-4; John 10:11-16
A good shepherd guides and teaches even when the messages are difficult. Your services should be connected to nourishing and feeding the people of God.
Scripture: John 21:4-17; Luke 22:54-62
Before the Lord transforms us into his image our nature firmly is against God. It is the power of the gospel that changes us. We go from enemies to friends.
Scripture: Acts 7:54; Acts 9:1-16; Genesis 35: 9-10
In this teaching we review the conclusion of Christ's ministry in the Gospel of Luke and the beginning of the Church age in the Acts of the Apostles. When the people hear the first message of repentance they ask an important question, then answer helps inform our salvation today… "What shall we do?"
Scripture: John 3:16; Luke 24:44-49; Acts 2
During the 65th Convention of the True Church of God of the Apostolic Faith Elder Mark was invited to present a class entitled "What are you pursuing?". In this session he unpacks the fundamental need for the church to be Holy.
Scripture: Hebrews 12:14; Exodus 19:1-6
There is neither Jew or Gentile, bond or free, male or female in Christ Jesus. We are alive in Him. Complete in Him. New in Him!
Scripture: Galatians 3:26-29
No matter how gifted, moral and refined the natural man is, they remain blind to spiritual truth, and has no ability to make the kingdom under his own power. He cannot obey or please God because he cannot see Him. Rebirth is absolutely necessary start of your journey to a relationship with God.
Scripture: John 3:15-21; Romans 6:1-11
One of the most profound messages occurs under the cover of night, away from the crowd. The salvation through Jesus by believing on Jesus and spiritual rebirth.
John 3:1-; Mark 16:15-16
He doesn't just know you, he understands you. You are not alone!
Scripture: Psalms 139:1-16; Isaiah 11:2
The Lord has searched us and knows us! He knows what motivates us, even what deflates and aggravates us. We could not hide from Him even if we wanted to, His love for us is almost too wonderful to imagine.
Scripture: Psalms 139:1-16
Jesus was a popular teacher and having been invited into the home of a Pharisee a woman of the city takes advantage and invites herself into the presence of the Savior.
Scripture: Luke 7:36-50
We don't always act like forgiven people, that can lead us to be focus on the letter of the law rather than grace God has given to each and every one of us.
Scripture: John 8:1-11
The Lord may have already asked you to move, it does not matter how small the task, be faithful!
Scripture: 1 Samuel 16
Your "no" can stand in the way of a blessing for someone else. Listen to the voice of the Lord and be open to His way even when it is uncomfortable to you.
Scripture: Acts 10:14
Everyone is carrying around "their truth" (belief). The Jews that believed on Jesus were encouraged not just to believe but continue and hold to His truth, because the truth would set them free.
Scripture: John 8:31-42
"There is no fear in love; but perfect love casteth out fear: because fear hath torment. He that feareth is not made perfect in love." - 1 John 4:18
Scripture: 1 John 4:5-21
At the center of every relationship is a good foundation. To have a great relationship with the Lord begins with hearing the Word and then doing what it asks of you.
Scripture: Matthew 7:24-27
Just as the people of God started to build the foundation of the temple their enemies attempted to stop the work. Your body is that temple, regardless of what the enemy does or says you have to keep building.
Scripture: Ezra 3:9-13; Haggai 2:1-9
It sometimes takes catastrophe and loss for us to gain new perspective on what we have been going through. This moment of reflection can be the perfect opportunity to get alignment with the Lord!
Scriptures: Haggai 2:1-9; Genesis 3:9; Luke 15:17-24
Haggai the prophet is encouraging the people who have become divided and discouraged. There priorities are upside down (chapter 1). They are focused on their own personal progress and allowed their spiritual lives to fall away. But the word is clear. Now be strong!
Scripture: Haggai 2:1-9; Ezra 3:9-13; 2 Corinthians 3:17
The road to calvary is includes the capture, torture and execution of our Lord, but that is not how the story ends. Three days later he rose with all power!
Scripture: John 20; Luke 24
The Apostle Paul made it clear that even his training, zeal and knowledge of the law was not to be trusted, his own righteousness would eventually fail. His faith and trust rested exclusively in Christ our Lord!
Psalm 118:1-9; Philippians 3:1-14
We do not put our trust in systems, principalities, or earthly authority. We put our trust and hope in the name of the Lord.
Scripture: Jeremiah 17:7-8; Deuteronomy 20:1-4
Trust in the anointing of God. He selected you for a reason. Even when you do not trust your own strength, trust His.
Scripture: 1 Sam 17:32-37
In this message we see the outcome of people who have no trust, faith or belief. We explore with examples that simple information and knowledge may not be enough to please God. To move to the next level you need trust in Jesus with all your heart.
Scripture: Mark 6:1-6
In our walk with the Lord we have to learn to trust Him, this goes beyond knowing Him intellectually or simply appreciating Him. We have to give him our sincere Amen!
Scripture: Genesis 15:1-6
The Lord has set an open door in front of us! When he opens the way for us we need to be ready to walk through. Thanks be unto God who causes us triumph!
Scripture: 2 Corinthians 2:10-14
He is the one who opens and no one closes. The one who closes and no one opens. He is also the one who stands at the door to your heart and knocks. Will you answer?
Scripture: Revelation 3:20
Jesus is the head of the Church, and we are members of His body. We are assuredly connected to the head, but it is important to remember that we are connected to each other.
Colossians 1:12-18
Life can feel so fragile, while death feels immutable, unchangeable, and persistent. The church follows Him who has power over life and death. At the name of Jesus every knee shall bow!
Scripture: John 10:11-18, Revelation 1:18
From the archive: Bury the Word deep in your heart. Let it transform you. We are changed by being both hearers and doers of the Word.
Scripture: Matthew 7:24-29; Psalms 119:11
Not everyone will recognize the source of your authority. Just remember it is not about you, it's about the King of Kings and the Lord of Lords. The authority is in His name!
Scripture: Acts 3:1-12; Matthew 28:18-19
Jesus said "All power is given unto me in heaven and in earth.". In this message we look at his authority over a dumb spirit. Even for a family that had lived with despair He let them know if you can believe, all things are possible to them that believe.
Scripture: Mark 9:14-29
In this history from the Gospel of Matthew we see man's authority recognizing the authority of God in the flesh. Speak the word only!
Scripture: Matthew 8:5-13
After the children of Israel suffered for 400 years in Egypt the Lord promised deliverance by a mighty hand. He used the humble hand of Moses to bring deliverance. Will you answer the call and stretch out your hand by faith?
Scripture: Exodus 3, 4; Matthew 12:9-13
Write down the vision the Lord has given you, so that when you read it you run with urgency and purpose.
Habakkuk 2:1-3
A promise is given and after years of sin, injustice, longing and loss. The wait is over. He is coming, He has come, He is coming again.
Scripture: Luke 1:5-50
He is not a God a far off, He is a God at hand. He is Emanuel. God with us!
Scriptures: Matthew 1:21; Isaiah 7:14
What your friends and enemies are saying will be irrelevant, you sometimes will need to quiet the voice of your own worst fears. The one thing you should not forget or ignore is that the "I AM" is with you.
Scripture: Exodus 3; 4; Psalms 23:4
Don't be afraid the great I Am is with us, even in the middle of the storm.
Scriptures: Matthew 14:22-33; Isaiah 41:10
Fear can be contagious but when we center the promises of God and trust in His word we can gain the courage to overcome any foe.
Scripture: Numbers 13, 14; Psalms 56
In this message we look at a Psalm that deals with fear. Anxiety, fear, trouble are all inevitable but we need to put our trust in the Lord.
Scripture: Psalms 56
We can be so desperate to justify ourselves that we speak over the sacrifice made for us. Let the blood speak.
Scripture: Genesis 4:1-10; Hebrews 12:24
What looks like a prison might actually be an opportunity to set someone free. Don't wait for the battle to be over, give God the praise now and watch him open locked doors and break chains.
Scripture: Acts 16: 23-35
We can the make the mistake of thinking faith has to be large or loud to be effective. Sometimes faith is just a mustard seed, sometimes faith is just holding on. No matter where you start with faith it can and will lead to more faith.
Scripture: Hebrews 11:24-29
If you want to share peace it is vitally important you start with the joy of the Lord in your heart. Join us as we continue to dive into the fruit of the Spirit.
Scripture: Proverbs 12:20, Philippians 4:6-7, John 14:27; Ephesians 2:14
Joy is an emotion evoked by wellbeing or success; or by the prospect of possessing what you desires.
Rejoice in the Lord always and again I say rejoice!!!
Scripture: John 15:9-11, John 16:16-22, Psalms 30:5, Hebrews 12:1-3, Zephaniah 3:17, James 1:2
Walking in the spirit goes beyond how we treat each other. This is about pleasing God! If you claim to live in the Spirit, you must be in lock step with the Spirit. Walk in the Spirit!
Scriptures: Romans 8; Galatians 5:15-16
For those asking "what is my calling? " or "what am I hear to do? " this message invites the listener to focus on the voice of the Lord.
Scripture: I Samuel 3
We are living in a world that cannot seem to find or understand real love. Agape love does not always come naturally to us. By Christ's example we begin to understand what real love means.
Scriptures:
- 1 Corinthians 13:4-8
- John 3:16
- I John 4:7-14
- John 13:34
It's not always obvious who people are by listening to what they say, sometimes you have to wait for the moment they bear fruit. The Holy Spirit will produce good fruit in us!
Scriptures:
- Galatians 5:22-23
- John 15:5,9-11
- Luke 6:43-45
- Matthew 7:15-16
- Psalms 1
- James 1:1
- John 16:33
- I Timothy 1:16
- James 3:17
- Galatians 6:10
- Hebrews 11:6
- Matthew 11:29
- 1 Peter 5:8
There are so many reasons for people to be divided…our politics, money, race, geography, history, culture. Whatever you choose always let God be true!
Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:1-9
Keep praying, do not get discouraged or dejected. Help is on the way!
Scripture: Luke 18:1-14
Sitting in the middle of tragedy and trouble we need to first envision something better in order to inspire hope. Hope gives us the patience to endure and, more importantly, to overcome.
Scripture: Romans 8:24-31
The big decisions in our life usually have an origin story. Join me as we reflect on the moment Peter leaves everything and follows Christ.
Scripture: Matthew 4:18-22
Even a life in Christ has heartache, trials and burdens to bear. Our commitment to the higher calling means we stay on the path, we endure, we buy the treasure and the field.
Scripture: Matthew 13:44-46
We are living stones building God's spiritual house. The world has rejected God's foundation, do not be surprised if they reject you. You are built for the kingdom! You are built different!
Scripture: 1 Peter 2:1-10
God's choice does not look like our choice. It can take repeated failures for us to recognize His choice for our live.
Scripture: I Samuel 16:1-12
In the Sermon on the Mount Jesus calls us to be Salt and Light to the world. In this message we find out what that means for the us today.
Scripture: Matthew 5:12-16
Are you fighting with the same giants you defeated long ago?
Guard your light and don't ever get weary!
Scripture lesson: II Samuel 21:15-17
A message from Numbers 13 on the need to defeat our own fear and anxiety in order to walk into the promises God has for you.
Don't let the "giants" stop you!